Cetirizine + Paracetamol/acetaminophen + Pseudoephedrine

Dosage Forms Available

• Cetirizine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Pseudoephedrine is available as oral tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for use by adults and children aged 12 years and above.

Contraindications

• Patients allergic to cetirizine, paracetamol/acetaminophen or pseudoephedrine should avoid this medicine. It is also contraindicated for patients who are taking MAO inhibitors or have stopped taking them within the past 2 weeks. Patients with severe high blood pressure or coronary artery disease should not use this medication.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other cold, flu or allergy medicines, antidepressants (such as fluoxetine and paroxetine), blood thinners (like warfarin), diuretics (such as furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide), medicines for diabetes (like insulin and metformin), heart disease (such as atenolol and lisinopril), high blood pressure (like losartan and valsartan), sedatives (like zolpidem) and tranquillizers (like diazepam).

• Before starting any prescription or over-the-counter medications, it's crucial to consult a doctor.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating and confusion. Later symptoms may include upper stomach pain, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, liver failure and even death. Immediate medical attention is required.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience nausea or stomach pain, try taking this medication with food.

• If this medicine makes you dizzy, try getting up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

• Drinking plenty of water can help manage side effects such as dry mouth and constipation.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended without a doctor's advice. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or nursing.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with liver disease, kidney problems, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, thyroid disorders, or an enlarged prostate gland should use Cetirizine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Pseudoephedrine with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a regular sleep schedule to support your body's natural immune system.

• Stay well hydrated by drinking enough fluids throughout the day.

• Incorporate a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains to keep your body healthy.

• Avoid smoking as it can weaken your immune system and make you more susceptible to colds and flu.